Thomas Pringle (Donegal, Independent)
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230. To ask the Minister for Transport, Tourism and Sport if changes can be made to the current LIS rules in order that roads in west Donegal will qualify for the scheme (details supplied); and if he will make a statement on the matter. [14689/24]

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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The Local Government Act 2001 provides the statutory basis for a Local Improvement Scheme (LIS). Under that scheme, funding can be provided to local authorities for the construction and improvement of non-public roads (that is roads not taken in charge by local authorities) which meet the criteria set out in the Act.

My Department provides grant assistance to local authorities for the maintenance of public roads; the Department of Transport does not operate a LIS. The Department of Rural and Community Development is providing funding for the LIS, I suggest the Deputy's question be directed to that Department for response.

Eamon Ryan (Dublin Bay South, Green Party)
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I propose to take Questions Nos. 231 to 233, inclusive, together.

As Minister for Transport, I have responsibility for overall policy and exchequer funding in relation to the National Roads Programme. Under the Roads Acts 1993-2015 and in line with the National Development Plan (NDP), the operation and management of individual national roads is a matter for Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), in conjunction with the local authorities concerned. This is also subject to the Public Spending Code and the necessary statutory approvals. In this context, TII is best placed to advise you.

Noting the above position, I have referred your question to TII for a direct reply. Please advise my private office if you do not receive a reply within 10 working days.